The Fig Tree
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Intro
D D/F# Em7 Gm C
[Verso 1]
D
From time to time I find myself reflecting on it all
D/F#
Every stupid thing I've ever said, and wanted to become
Fm Em7
I've changed my life's direction, one too many times
Gm C
And I'm worried that I'll never end up truly satisfied
[Verso 2]
D
Every rock unturned
And page unread
Closes another door
D/F#
And the fig tree keeps on teasing me, promising much more
Fm Em7
I'll ask another question
How am I supposed to know
Gm
Which turn will take me where I'm meant to go
[Pré-Refrão]
F#m7 Bm7 Em7
At least I know for sure
F#m7 Bm7 A
One thing that will never change at all
[Refrão]
D
Is you
F#m
You're all that I need
Em7
Even if the world decides to crumble
The sky falls to my feet
Gm
You're the only thing I'll ever need
Interlude
D Gm
[Verso 3]
D
And I miss every train and get caught in the rain
In the space of just an hour
D/F#
Throw my keys in the drain
And my wallet again
Crying in the shower
Fm Em7
Don't understand taxes, and parking policies
Gm C
I never even finished my degree
[Pré-Refrão]
F#m7 Bm7 Em7
At least I know for sure
F#m7 Bm7 A
One thing that will never change at all
[Refrão]
D
Is you
F#m
You're all that I need
Em7
Even if the world decides to crumble
The sky falls to my feet
Gm
You're the only thing I'll ever need
D
Is you
F#m
You're all that I need
Em7
Even if the world decides to crumble
The sky falls to my feet
Gm
You're the only thing I'll ever need
Outro
F#m Bm7 Em7 G Bm7 A
F#m Bm7 Em7 G Bm7 A
How to play The Fig Tree
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.